Fall is all about pumpkin everything! If you love pumpkin but don’t want to fall off the healthy eating wagon, you don’t have to! Here are 30+ healthy pumpkin desserts and treats! The perfect way to indulge while keeping a healthy lifestyle. All recipes are clean or paleo! Get ready to indulge!
Bring on The Pumpkin Dessert Recipes, Y’all
I know pumpkin season is in full effect but I remember my first fall in Tennessee. The calendar said October, but it feel like fall, with temperatures in the high 80s and low 90s.
I remember how we rallied the tiny people and went to the pumpkin patch, and oh my goodness, it was hot! Full-on sweat down the back, desperately searching for any bit of shade to sit in.
We attempted the quintessential fall event, the corn maze, but after about 15 minutes, we were being cooked alive along with the corn, so we cut through the stalks to make an exit of our own.
Thankfully, this year is actually feels like fall – we’ve even turned on the heat instead of the usual air conditioning, so let’s bring on the pumpkin recipes, right?!?
Delicious and Healthy Pumpkin Recipes? Yes, Please!
Full disclosure, I went back and forth about today’s roundup.
There were so many amazing recipes for pumpkin desserts, but not all of them could be considered “healthy.” While I’m not opposed to a cheat day whatsoever, my whole eating philosophy is that I truly believe there are healthy alternatives to all of the food and desserts we love.
I kind of felt like I’d be selling out if my roundup focused on the indulgent recipes and not the healthier versions. I mean, how much better is it for us if we can just make healthier alternatives to the sweets we love?
Well, let me tell you, there was NO SHORTAGE of healthy pumpkin dessert recipes – I had to cut myself off!
These desserts look amazing, and I’m sure you will not even miss the unhealthy stuff they’re leaving out. When you look through these pictures, it’s hard to believe they are actually healthy!
All the recipes today are either clean or paleo. I guarantee, you will feel like you’re cheating, but you’re not! So, my friends – have at it! Enjoy these treats, guilt-free!
(If you really want those other pumpkin dessert recipes, no judgment here! You can check out the All Things Fall Pinterest Board. I’ve pinned a bunch of them there!)
30+ Healthy and Delicious Paleo/Clean Pumpkin Desserts
Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes
This yummy little treat is made with pumpkin, coconut cream and coconut flour with a delicious crumble on top. My goodness, does it get any better than that?!? Well, it's paleo and low carb, too... so there's that. 🙂
Skinny Pumpkin Dip
This is one of those easy recipes where you just dump it all in the blender and go, made with cream cheese and Greek yogurt as the base! You can eat this with graham crackers or paleo wafers or I'd even do apple slices.
Pumpkin Pie Frozen Yogurt Bark {Healthy, Too!}
This is a sweet treat that hits the spot when you want a refreshing fall snack! Greek yogurt and pure pumpkin with some mix-ins of your choice (you can use whatever 'crunchy' cereal or graham cracker to suit your healthy lifestyle habits!). It's a guilt-free indulgence!
Healthy Pumpkin Cookies
Can you believe these cookies have no flour, no refined sugar, and no oils and butter? But it's a COOKIE! Amazing.
Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Easy, Clean & Dangerously Delicious)
This is sweet enough to enjoy as a treat, breakfast or snack! Add some heavy cream, butter, yogurt, or a scoop of clean ice cream, and you're set for a dense, rich snack.
Vegan Pumpkin Caramels
This one is a little bit of a misnomer because these caramels are really made with dates! I fell in love with desserts with dates after Whole30, and this one does not disappoint!
Pumpkin Spice Latte (Vegan or Dairy!)
Yup, I'm calling this one a treat. If you're a Starbucks PSL fan, give this one a go. Made with coconut milk, you'll how rich and creamy it is.
No-Bake Pumpkin Balls
I love no-bake and I love bite-sized, so these are pretty much perfect. Made with oats and coconut flour, you're looking at a delicious gluten-free treat.
Paleo Pumpkin Pie Recipe with Pecan Coconut Crust
I'll swear by anything Paleo Running Momma makes. This is so good you can serve it for Thanksgiving and no one will no the difference. No problem.
Paleo Pumpkin Bars
These amazing bars are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar free. But you'd never know from tasting them. Boy, oh, boy.
Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cheesecakes
This is another mini-treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. A paleo dessert made with dates, you're gonna love how delicious and clean this is.
4 Ingredient Pumpkin Fudge
Healthy fudge? Yes, please! Made with just 4 ingredients - cashew butter, pumpkin, coconut oil, and maple syrup, this couldn't be easier.
Paleo Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Coffee cake is one of my favorites and so is Jessica when it comes to healthy recipes, so you can't go wrong with the combo. Adding in pumpkin only makes it better.
Pumpkin Pie Protein No-Bake Bites
This is another treat that perfect to pop in the morning or for an after-school snack! All healthy and clean ingredients. And no baking involved for the win.
Flourless Pumpkin Brownies
This one is made in a blender with just 7 ingredients! Paleo and full of so many good things. And yes, they're flourless.
Healthy Flourless Pumpkin Gingerbread Blondies
Can't have a list with pumpkin brownies without adding pumpkin blondies! These are easy to make - just 3 ingredients and sweetened with bananas! They're paleo, vegan, and gluten-free as well.
Magical Paleo Pumpkin Crumble Bars
This is another delicious treat you'll love - that's paleo, grain free, and low carb. A delicious treat to indulge in without really indulging.
Pumpkin Chia Pudding
This pudding is loaded with healthy ingredients - and it's even healthy enough to eat it as a meal for breakfast.
Pumpkin Pie Truffles
Pumpkin along with almond butter, coconut oil, coconut flour, and some dark chocolate chips, and you're on your way for these bite-sized beauties!
Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
I've been a fan of snickerdoodles since high school, but when you throw pumpkin in the mix, well, that takes things to a whole other level! There are keto, THM, and grain free options as well!
Pumpkin Delight
This is an amazing dessert that is decadent and rich - and healthy! You need to check this out if you are looking to satisfy a serious sweet tooth! THM friendly as well!
Maple Pumpkin Scones
If pastries are your thing, this is one you're going to try! It's made with whole wheat or gluten free flour and maple syrup, so you are getting all yumminess of a bakery without the bad stuff.
Pumpkin Ice Cream Recipe
I love when pumpkin ice cream comes out every season - how much better to make your own and keep it healthy! This is a must-make!
Gluten-Free Paleo Pumpkin Muffins
Made with almond flour, these are perfect for a gluten-free or paleo lifestyle. These are great for breakfast, or an after-school snack as well!
Pumpkin Chocolate Bars
Now how about this for satisfying your sweet tooth?!? It's vegan and gluten-free, sweetened with dates and a chocolate layer from cocoa and coconut oil. Perfection.
Pumpkin Pie Milkshake with Cinnamon Maple Coconut Whipped Cream
If a milkshake is your dessert of choice, you're going to love this one! It's dairy-free, thickened with coconut milk, and oh so good.
Gingerbread Snap Pumpkin Butter Cookie Sandwiches
Would you just look at these? Unbelievable! And yes, made of clean, healthy ingredients. Super-impressive! Go check these beauties out!
Healthy Pumpkin Bread
You can't have a roundup of pumpkin treats without pumpkin bread1 This recipe uses whole wheat flour and sweetens it up with maple syrup! Perfect as a breakfast, snack or cake.
Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Snack Cake
Along the lines of pumpkin bread, there's legit pumpkin cake! How good does that look! Not over-the-top sweet, but just right.
Healthy Pumpkin Waffles
I'm including waffles in the dessert and treat list because when I was younger, my mom used to give us waffles and ice cream. There are definitely healthy versions of ice cream out there so you can make this one (quick to whip up in a blender), and enjoy.
Paleo Pumpkin Donuts
What is fall without a pumpkin donut? Yes, you can make the healthy kind, with almond flour keeping it gluten-free, and maple syrup making it refined sugar-free.
How amazing do these desserts look?!? I promise, if you make these healthy pumpkin desserts for your family and friends, they will not even taste the difference. So, so good!
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Willow says
So many great pumpkin recipes to check out! Thanks for sharing my Pumpkin Chia Pudding recipe!
Kate says
Thanks for letting me share it, Willow! It was a unique and yummy addition to the list! I hope you’ll get lots of traffic and that lots of people will enjoy it!
Char says
Thoughts?!!! Yum!!!! I just ate before I scrolled through your blog and now I want to make them all!! Great post!
Kate says
Lol!!! I know! When I was putting this together, I seriously just wanted to stop and start baking! SOOOO good!
Lara d'Entremont says
Thank you so much for sharing! I have recently developed a love for pumpkin (I hated it as a kid) so I am really looking forward to trying some of these. They all look so yummy! 😋
Kate says
That’s so funny! I remember always loving pumpkin bread, but my goodness, recipes have come a long way since then, right?!? Thanks for coming by, Lara!
Emily Susanne says
I love pumpkin! The first cupcakes and the fudge look amazing! Will pin 🙂
Kate says
Don’t they look so amazing?!? So grateful for talented people who can come up with this! Thanks for coming by and sharing, Emily!
Dani Muñoz says
These all look delish! I’m definitely going to try some. Thank you for the effort to find recipes that are sweet but not over the top!
Kate says
Thanks so much, Dani! It truly is amazing what can be made with healthy ingredients! So much less guilt! lol
Read. Cook. Devour. says
I love having go-to healthy dessert options! Pinning this to several boards!
Kate says
Isn’t it great? These bakers are amazing…I’m so grateful they have given us such yummy and healthy alternatives! No excuses, now, for us, right?!? 🙂 Thank you for coming by!
Melissa says
I’m so excited to try these recipes! I pinned them to come back to over and over! Thank you for the post!
Kate says
Awesome, Melissa! There’s def enough to keep us busy baking all fall! No complaints here! Thank you for coming by!
Selina Almodovar says
You had me at pumpkin!! I seriously want to try all of these recipes!!! I need to make a shopping list of all the ingredients I would need but yes, challenge accepted! Thanks for sharing!
Kate says
Ha ha ha! I feel the same way, Selina! These look so, so delicious! Sept. 1 tomorrow- game on! 🙂
Joan @probulldog says
I’m pinning this recipes. I’ll try some out next week and give a feedback.
Thank you.
Kate says
Great! Can’t wait to hear!
BBQ Mama says
Happy to test out 2 out of these… Simply amazing.
Kate says
Oh yay! I’m so glad! Let me know what you think!
Jane T says
I have tried the first five of these. They were all incredible. I am definitely going to make all 27 of these.
Kate says
Oh that is amazing! I’m so happy to hear that, Jane! So glad you enjoyed them – thank you for letting me know!